Cliffhangers and Cocktails
Fantasy book discussions, author interviews, cocktail recipes (and drinking!), and witchy content. Hosted by Shéa MacCleod and Amy Cissell, USA Today Bestselling Authors of urban fantasy, cozy mysteries, paranormal women's fiction, and all things magical and wonderful.
Episodes
55 episodes
From the Archives: Christmas Down Under and an interview with LAURETTA HIGNETT!
Shéa and Amy are on vacation, so we're bringing back one of our earliest (not redited at all) episodes. On today's episode, which originally aired in July 2025, we interview author extraordinaire Lauretta Hignett about her "Susan, Y...
From the Archives: IT’S REAPING TIME! Happy Lughnasa
Shéa and Amy are on vacation, so we're bringing back one of our earliest (not redited at all) episodes. This was originally recorded for Lughnasa 2025. This year (2026), Lughnasa falls on August 1 in the Northern Hemisphere - so I h...
From the Archives: Magic ROCKS! An interview with SAMANTHA HARGROVE!
Shéa and Amy are on vacation, so we're bringing back one of our earliest (not redited at all) episodes. Please stir up a G&T, lean back, and enjoy this interview with Samantha Hargrove!You can learn all about Samantha and...
Episode 51: The Witch’s Liquor Cabinet: Bring Us a Shrubbery
In today’s episode of Cliffhangers and Cocktails, Shéa and Amy take on the Knights who say Ni! And while they’re doing that, they talk about shrubs, a vinegar based beverage that’s been used for ages. It can be used as a beverage, a cocktail in...
From the Archives: Bloody Bellinis, Moody Alpacas, and an Interview with ELIZABETH HUNTER!
Shéa and Amy are on vacation, so we're bringing back one of our earliest (not redited at all) episodes. Please make yourself a bloody bellini, settle back, and enjoy this interview with Elizabeth Hunter!You can find Elizabeth...
Episode 50: Fire Snakes & Wood Tigers celebrate our 50th EPISODE!
In today’s episode of Cliffhangers and Cocktails, Shéa and Amy are reminded that words come from fingers, not faces as they look back over their favorite moments of the last year and a half. And while Shéa was able to choose a single cocktail a...
Episode 29: “Paul and I Are Pirates,” Role Playing Levi-TEA, and an “Interview” with ISA MEDINA!
In today’s episode of Cliffhangers and Cocktails, Shéa and Amy talk about inherent witchiness of tea and the magic of joy, make a play for a Harney & Sons sponsorship (call us!), and Amy pretends to be author ISA MEDINA. Isa'...
Minisode 19: Joyous Litha!
In today’s episode of Peach Pie and Lord of the Rings … err, we mean Cliffhangers and Cocktails, Shéa and Amy talk about Litha - the Summer Solstice. Make yourself a Solstice sip (strawberry margaritas anyone?) and settle in for some history, a...
Episode 28: Part Time Lovers, Sacred Shadow Work, and an interview with IRIS BEAGLEHOLE!
In today's episode, Shéa and Amy talk crystals that amplify self-love and healing, the best tangy, floral cocktails, and interview IRIS BEAGLEHOLE about magic, both real and fictional.Find Iris
Witch's Liquor Cabinet: Elixirs of Enchantment -The Magic of Liqueurs (Minisode 18)
In today's episode, Shéa and Amy talk about how to make liqueurs, the secret weapon of magical potions...um...cocktails.Remember to craft your liqueurs with intent, because you’re not just mixing a drink.You’re mixing magic....
Episode 27: Oddballs, Cartomancy, and an interview with DELLE B. DIVINE!
This week's episode is all about Tarot and Oracle decks. Shéa and Amy delve into the difference between the two before interviewing Cartomancer Extraordinaire Delle!So grab a cocktail (might we recommend an Empress Gin French 75 or a Ber...
Minisode 18: Once in a Blue Moon
Today's episode is about the May 31, 2026 Blue Moon. We're talking astrology, fun facts & superstitions, ways to celebrate this every 2.5 year event, and sharing moon words and moon joy.Make yourself a Blue Moon Margarita and join us...
Episode 26: Candle magic limericks, Guyanese folklore, and an interview with JASMAINE PAYNE!
This week's episode features protective amulets and spells - mostly to keep our minds safe from Jasmaine Payne's LEECH! Blend up a piña colada and settle in for a great interview that covers topics such as Guyanese folklore, writing and mentori...
The Witch's Liquor Cabinet: Bitters and Balance (minisode 17)
In today's episode, Shéa and Amy talk about how to balance your beverages with bitters - as well as how to make your own!Mix yourself a cocktail (originally defined as spirits, water, sugar, and bitters) and learn about the energy you ca...
Episode 25: Historical nonsense, inane wittering, and whiskey drink(s) with C.N. ROWAN!
This week's episode features an interview with urban fantasy author C.N. Rowan, the magic of whiskey, and a journey with our ancestors. So find yourself a glass of single malt Scotch and come along for the ride!Affirmation: "I car...
Minisode 16: Blessed Beltane!
In today's minisode, you can learn all about the ancient Celtic trampolines, as well as the history of, superstitions around, and modern practices to celebrate Beltane.Make yourself a strawberry honey mojito, get your thorn bush decorate...
Episode 24: Bad Ass-tronauts, Planetal [sic] Alignments, and an interview with HEATHER G. HARRIS!
Today's episode requires Moon joy and a strawberry daiquiri! Join Shéa and Amy as they talk to Heather G. Harris about her upcoming books. We'll also talk about Artemis II, planetary alignment, and the imminent rise of the matriarchy!...
Minisode 15: Writing Inspiration - TV, Movies, and eavesdropping
Pulling from the archives of unpublished awesomeness! This week's minisode covers the way TV and movies inspire our writing. (We also talk about football, fairy tales, and eavesdropping.)Join us for an overview of our favorite witchy med...
Episode 23: The search for Shéa's soul and an interview with EMMA HAMM!
Today's episode calls for an alcohol-free Aperol spritz! Join Shéa and Amy as they talk about witchcraft, Emma Hamm's latest release "The Heartless One," and general shenanigans.Affirmation:I stand in my power, honoring the...
The Witch's Liquor Cabinet: Stirring up Spells (and Syrups) (a minisode!)
In today's episode, Shéa and Amy talk about how to sweeten your spells with syrups and sauces - as well as how to make your own!Mix yourself a cocktail and learn about the energy you can find in the various fruits, herbs, or spices used ...
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Episode 22: In case of emergency, brandish fork - and enjoy an interview with JENNIFER L. HART!
Today's episode calls for an electric lemonade! Join Shéa and Amy as they talk about Aries season, Jennifer L. Hart's upcoming release "Queen of the Midlife Mystics," manifestation, cocktails, and general shenanigans.Affirmation:<...
Minisode 13: Happy Ostara!
Grab your springiest mocktail and settle in for a brief overview of Ostara, including CONTROVERY, then stay for Amy's fangirlling over medievalist Eleanor Janega, bareknuckle boxing, and a list of our favorite historians!Affirmation
Episode 21: Coming up on HGTV: Vampires - Crafting Edition! and an interview with STEFFANIE HOLMES!
Find yourself a bottle of limoncello and settle in for an interview with Steffanie Holmes!We're gonna talk Pisces season, the Nevermore Murder Club and Smutty Book Coven (best series name ever? I think so), cocktails, and general shenani...
Minisode 12: Writing Through the Shadows Part II
Today's minisode is a bit more serious than usual. Join Shéa and Amy as they talk about writing during hard times, including physical and mental health issues.But always remember - If you CAN write, write.If you can’t...
Episode 20: A trio of cougar shifters would like to say Happy 49th Birthday to AMY CISSELL
Grab some gin, cherry liqueur, and bubbles, and join us for Amy's 49th birthday episode. We're gonna talk Pisces facts, Amy's upcoming release, cocktails, and general shenanigans.Affirmation:Magic flows through me, adapting...
